Michael Schumacher no longer bedridden in recovery update 12 years after ski accident

New reports say Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher can sit in wheelchair and understands parts of his surroundings

New information has surfaced regarding the long-private health condition of Formula 1 icon Michael Schumacher, more than a decade after his life-altering ski accident, according to reporting by the Daily Mail.

The seven-time world champion, who suffered a severe traumatic brain injury after striking his head on a rock while skiing in the French Alps in December 2013, is reportedly no longer confined to a bed. Sources told the Daily Mail that Schumacher, now 57, is able to sit upright in a wheelchair and can be moved around his residences in Majorca and Switzerland.

Since the accident, Schumacher has remained almost entirely out of public view, with his family closely guarding details of his condition. The report states that he continues to receive round-the-clock care from a dedicated medical team, including nurses and therapists, under the supervision of his wife Corinna Schumacher, whom he married in 1995.

An insider cited by the outlet addressed long-running speculation about Schumacher’s awareness and ability to communicate, suggesting his condition is more complex than some rumors have implied. According to the source, Schumacher appears to comprehend certain aspects of what is happening around him, though his understanding may be limited.

The Schumacher family has also faced challenges beyond his health. In 2025, three people were convicted of attempted blackmail after allegedly threatening to release private photos and videos of Schumacher on the dark web unless paid a substantial sum, according to the BBC. A year earlier, reports claiming Schumacher would appear at his daughter’s wedding were publicly dismissed by a family confidant, per The Sun.

Schumacher retired from Formula 1 in 2012 as one of the most successful drivers in the sport’s history, with seven world championships and 91 Grand Prix victories to his name.